Goldfield
In winter, this tiny hamlet just north of Victor may be the most reliable spot in the county for Rosy-Finches. If present, the flock should not take long to find, as it usually spends a good deal of time perched in the tops of the few spruce trees. Unlike most Rosy-Finch flocks in Colorado, the ones here may be 80% or more Black. Viewing from car only however, adjacent to Goldfield is a gravel trail at Vindicator Valley Trailhead that you can walk.
Restrictions: All property is private; bird from the road
County: Teller
Attractions: Gold Belt Tour Scenic & Historic Byway
Directions: From the junction of US 24 and CO 67 in Divide, head south on CO 67 for 13.5 miles to CR 81, which forks off to the left. Follow CR 81 for 5.5 miles to the town of Goldfield.
Alternate Directions: From the junction of US 24 and CO 67 in Divide, head south on CO 67 for 13.5 miles to CR 81, which forks off to the left. Follow CR 81 for 5.5 miles to the town of Goldfield.
Habitat: Urban/Suburban
Dates of Access: Open all year
Hours: 0
Ownership: Private
Admission or Fees: Free
Parking: Roadside
Lodging: Hotel in Victor or Cripple Creek
Handicapped: No
Handicapped Access: Viewing from car
Delorme: 62 C2
ROC: 104 C2
Latitude: 38.71808
Longitude: -105.12729